F. D'Alessandro

A Preliminary Investigation into the Impact of Re-Testing and Voice Hygienic Advice on Dysphonia Severity Index Scores.

OBJECTIVES Clinicians use various voice therapy protocols to rehabilitate patients with voice disorders; voice hygienic advice (VHA) is a standard component in most protocols. The list of patient instructions included in VHA targets eliminating the ill effects of dehydration, vocal abuse, and misuse of the vocal mechan...